Handmade in Tenerife • Ocean-Inspired

Straight from the salty shores of Tenerife, these Chicharros Bags by Costurilla are bursting with island charm and hand-stitched character. Each one is lovingly made in Costurilla’s small seaside atelier, where every appliqué fish is cut, sewn and finished by hand — meaning no two are ever quite the same.

The “Chicharro” (blue scad fish) is a bit of a local legend in the Canary Islands — and this playful collection pays homage to that heritage with a wink and a wave. Sturdy cotton canvas, colourful detailing and a roomy, functional shape make these bags perfect for hauling your WIP, your beach kit, or your everyday work/school stuff.

Why We Love Them

• 100% handmade on the island of Tenerife
• Each fish appliqué is individually hand-stitched — every bag is one-of-a-kind
• Durable cotton canvas with strong handles and colourful detailing
• Ethically made in small batches by a tiny team who love the sea as much as we do
• (A perfect match for the “Just One More Row” vibe)
  
  

Each project bag will hold a medium sized project. Think shawl, light sweaters...

• Material: 100% cotton canvas
• Appliqué: Hand-cut and hand-stitched cotton fish motifs
• Dimensions: Approx. 45cm wide x 40cm high (varies slightly per piece)
• Handles: Strong cotton webbing straps, shoulder length
• Origin: Handmade in Tenerife, Canary Islands
• Care: Spot clean or gentle hand wash, air dry flat

Each bag is unique — variations in colour and stitch placement are part of the charm!